Nipgr DIRECTOR Recruitment
Official recruitment notice issued by Nipgr for the post of Director. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
Ph.D / Doctorate, B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), MBBS / Medical Degree, CA / ICWA / CS, Post Graduate (Master's Degree), Graduate (Bachelor's Degree). Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
Skill / Typing / Trade Test.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Director | 1 | Level-1 (Rs. 18,000 | 2026-09-30 |
| Government Post / | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| DIRECTOR | 1 | Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 | 2026-09-30 |
| DIRECTOR | 1 | Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 | 2026-09-30 |
| Procurement Scope | Est. Value | EMD Amount | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tender Notice - Nipgr (Tender: General Govern | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap
Visit the official NIPGR recruitment portal to complete the initial registration, generating a unique application ID and secure login credentials for the recruitment process.
Fill out the comprehensive online application form, detailing academic achievements, research publications, patents, administrative experience, and a strategic vision statement for NIPGR.
Upload high-resolution scanned copies of essential documents, including educational certificates, proof of date of birth, experience certificates, and a list of publications.
Pay the prescribed application fee through the integrated online payment gateway, ensuring that candidates eligible for fee exemptions receive the appropriate waiver.
Submit the online application, download the generated PDF copy, and dispatch the hard copy along with self-attested supporting documents to NIPGR by registered post.
Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework
The candidate evaluation matrix for Nipgr DIRECTOR Recruitment is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.
| Selection Phase / Exam Paper | Weightage & Duration | Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1: Screening and Shortlisting | Qualifying / Portfolio Evaluation | Evaluation of cumulative Impact Factor of publications, Assessment of sponsored research projects and patents, Review of administrative leadership and institutional building experience, Evaluation of national and international scientific recognitions and fellowships |
| Stage 2: Vision Presentation | 100 Marks / 30 Minutes | Strategic vision for NIPGR growth and global positioning, Proposals for interdisciplinary research in plant genomics, Financial management and resource mobilization strategies, Fostering national and international academic collaborations |
| Stage 3: Personal Interview | 100 Marks / 45 Minutes | Leadership and administrative capabilities in scientific institutions, Understanding of government rules, GFR, and autonomous body regulations, Conflict resolution and human resource management, Defense of research vision before the Search-cum-Selection Committee |
| Stage 4: Final Selection and ACC Approval | Merit List / Verification | Verification of original academic and experience credentials, Vigilance clearance and integrity certificate verification, Approval by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), Final medical fitness evaluation and offer of appointment |
7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure
The Director of the National Institute of Plant Genome Research (NIPGR) is recruited at Pay Level 15 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, which corresponds to the Higher Administrative Grade (HAG) scale of Rs. 1,82,200 to Rs. 2,24,100. The entry basic pay is established at Rs. 1,82,200 per month. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) calculated at 53% (amounting to Rs. 96,566), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% of basic pay (amounting to Rs. 54,660), and Transport Allowance (TA) set at Rs. 7,200 plus DA thereon (totaling Rs. 11,016), the Gross Monthly Salary reaches approximately Rs. 3,44,442. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% on Basic plus DA (Rs. 27,877), Professional Tax, and Income Tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 2,45,000 to Rs. 2,55,000.
Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines
In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines, recruitment to scientific and leadership posts of this caliber complies with the central reservation framework. Age relaxations are provided as 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). The 10% vertical reservation for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) is strictly maintained. Furthermore, in line with central mandates, women candidates are exempted from paying the application fee to encourage gender diversity in high-level scientific leadership.
Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Nipgr DIRECTOR Recruitment
The maximum age limit for applying for the post of Director on a direct recruitment basis is 56 years as of the closing date for receipt of applications.
No, normalization is not applied because the selection does not involve a multi-shift written examination; it is based on shortlisting and a structured personal interview.
The post of Director is typically offered on a tenure basis for a period of 5 years or until the age of superannuation, whichever is earlier, with no standard probation.
No service bond is required, but the selected candidate must serve the tenure as per the terms and conditions specified in the official appointment order.
Shortlisting is based on academic credentials, the quality and impact of research publications, experience in leading large scientific projects, and demonstrated administrative capability.
The posting is located at the National Institute of Plant Genome Research (NIPGR) campus in New Delhi, India.